Tuesday, December 31, 2019

35 shekel meal for 6 people (no kids)

It's been a while since I posted about cheap food, but I think it's time to do one of those!

I'm in the middle of a pantry/freezer clean-out (because I literally have not had time to shop much in over 2 weeks, except for a random makolet run) so I thought I'd share some of my 5 - 6 shekels per person meals.

Yup, 6 shekels per person and I think everyone found enough food.


Here's how it went:

1 dozen medium eggs (10.50 NIS)
oil for cooking them (less than 1 NIS)
pinch of salt (almost negligible. let's say 5 ag)

These I made into omelettes - 2 eggs per person

Brown rice (500g) (3.50 NIS)
sliced mushrooms (not a lot - 3.50 NIS worth)
oil, water, salt, spices (less than 50 ag)

Bag of frozen peas (bought on sale for 7.50 NIS)

2 yellow peppers 
2 red peppers
1 light green summer squash
2 zucchini (found these in my fridge needing to be used up, I bought them a few weeks ago)

I bought the peppers and summer squash for 4.90/kg and the zucchini was a bit more. The total for all of these was probably under 6 NIS plus I drizzled olive oil on top, so let's add another shekel and half for good meausure. Total 7.50 NIS

Altogether this adds up to 34.5 NIS. Now I don't really know how to calculate my gas and electricity use, but that's not part of my grocery bill, so we'll let that slide and not add it in here! This fed 6 people dinner tonight, the youngest of whom is 12 years old! 

When my kids were younger, cheap meals used to be doable for less, but that doesn't work now. Still, I think this dinner is pretty well priced for a variety of foods and offers something for everyone!

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Last night I had NO time to cook, so we made do with the following:

pasta (half a bag of whole wheat pasta - 2 NIS for a half a bag - plus a bag of white pasta - also 2 NIS)
cottage cheese (bought on sale for 3.33 - lately I've found cottage cheese on sale on Sundays for 3/10 NIS)
shredded cheese, about 250 g - 8 NIS

random soup (leftover pea soup - it was a super simple soup and I bought the split peas on sale for 5 NIS/kg, so I'd say it was 3 NIS worth of soup from shabbat plus random veggies (1 onion, 2 kishuim, 2 carrots, a couple of garlic cloves - 4 NIS, let's say) plus rice noodles (I used 2/3 of a package - 4.70 NIS) and some seasonings (under 50 ag)

Total for that meal was under 28 NIS, and we ate the rest of the soup for lunch today! 

Anytime I manage to make quick homemade meals without spending a lot is a WIN!!

About those peas I found hiding in the freezer:
I'm hoping to clean out that freezer very soon. It's a bit embarrassing, but my freezer is a ROYAL MESS! I keep buying things on sale and shoving them in there. Only there, I must admit, is 3 different places. I have 2 fridges (with small freezers) and one large freezer. But it's time to get rid of one of those fridges - we got it secondhand, and it needs a repair (it leaks a lot of water) and it was useful for a long time, but I am ready to make it work without it... So it's cleanout time and then I can reclaim my mudroom! I'm excited because I really want to paint that room purple... AND I can't wait to lower my electric bill!

I'm not sure my family will let me paint our entryway purple, but I'm sure going to try!

Hope you found this helpful! 








HERMON Discount!!! Don't miss out!

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Here are your options, choose the one that works best for you!

33 shekels for general admission (1 person)
OR: 79 shekels for general admission plus cable car (1 person)
OR: 105 shekels for general admission plus cable car plus one ride (1 person)
OR 315 shekels for general admission plus cable car (4 people)
OR 415 shekels for general admission plus cable car plus one ride (4 people)


Hopefully I'll post more deals soon!

Monday, December 30, 2019

Hand-picked Amazon Deals!

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SAVE on everyday things you would buy by shopping online! Previously, I decided to take a look at some of my everyday cleaning supplies and see how the prices compare. Check out that post here! You can also find awesome deals on Personal Care Products (be sure to check out that post)!

Today's finds are kind of random. And if you're lucky, you might be able to get $15 off your $50 purchase, if your items qualify. I can't promise you the items below qualify, but some might@

1. Fragrance free laundry detergent (up to 100 loads in this bottle!) for $19.99 - and this product ships here free with a qualifying $49 purchase!





I found another fragrance free laundry detergent that ships to Israel - it's pricier per load, but it's sold by Amazon so it should qualify for that $15 off $50 deal, and that might just make it cheap enough!



2. Blackout curtains (!! seriously expensive here in Israel) for just $14.86 (major discount right now!) and ships here for free with your qualifying $49 order! 



3. Hanes zip-up heavyweight fleece hoodies start at $10.99 (some colors and sizes) and qualify for free shipping to Israel with a qualifying $49 purchase! I am so happy to find these, because 1) the price 2) quality issues with some I've bought here. These are one of those wardrobe staples for the "menfolk" in my house!




I've also found a lot of great shoes for kids that ship here with this deal! Totally worth looking! I also have found women's shoes for half the price my local store (check out the prices on Skechers - in some cases, they prices are just 25% of what I have found in local stores!)

I'll post more deals soon! There are so many products on Amazon!

Are you looking for other products? Drop me a note and I'll try to do a round up of products for you!


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Tuesday, December 24, 2019

Discount admission at Babush (playplace for Tots in Tel Aviv)!

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Here's a discount deal for Bubush, a play-place for tots up to age 4, in Tel Aviv. 2 tickets for 39 NIS!




Monday, December 23, 2019

Discount: U-pick Cherry Tomatoes!

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Here's a discount deal for u-pick cherry tomatoes! 15 NIS per person, and it includes a 700g basket you fill and take home (save 1 NIS if you buy the two-fer ticket!)! Voucher valid thru the end of Jan. Highly recommended to call in advance and make sure they have tomatoes available for picking!




Exclusive Discount Code for the"Ancient Roots" Conference

Today, I'm sharing a guest post from a dear friend of mine!
I am 100% sure that this conference will be of interest to some of you,
and the exclusive discount makes it even more enticing!
Please read on...



Shalom! I am J. Rivkah Asoulin, founder and executive director of Ancient Roots Israel. 

I and the Ancient Roots Organizing Team would like to invite you to the first international herbal conference in Israel happening this Feb 9-11, 2020, Tu Bshvat.

To learn more, please check out our video: 



Or go to our website: Ancientrootsisrael.com, where you can register for the conference and follow us on our social media!

For those who would like an extra frugal offering, take 10% off your order with the code: FRUGAL (all caps)!

We look forward to building community with you at Ancient Roots!

Hope to see you there!
- J. Rivkah

Coupon for soy milk! (FREE)

Meshek Tzuriel is offering a coupon for a free carton of their new soy "milk" (soy drink as they say in this country)!
All you have to do is click here and fill out a simple form with your name and contact information!


Happy savings!

Sunday, December 22, 2019

Discount tickets to Cinderella (Israel Ballet)!

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Check out this Groo deal for discount tix to the the Israel Ballet's performances of Cinderella this Chanukah! Hurry and grab your tickets now! (And if you want to take my girls to it, I would be ever so grateful!) Check the dates and locations carefully before you purchase - there are various locations, including Jerusalem, Haifa, Tel Aviv, Herzliya, Netanya, Nes Tziona, and Petach Tikvah! (Sorry, it's too late for the Jerusalem show, and the Herzliya shows are on Shabbat)


Groo deals often sell out quickly, so click here to buy tickets to the ballet right now!

Be sure to join my deals group on FB so you hear about all the best deals!



DEALS and DISCOUNTS for vacation fun!

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Vacation Time! Here are some discounts for fun vacation activities! Let me know which ones are your favorites!

1. Paintball in the Golan (Moshav Nov) - this deal gets you in for 79 NIS per person instead of 100 NIS! Voucher valid for 60 days from date of purchase, and reservations are required. Be sure to tell them when you reserve that you bought the Groo vouchers. 


VR games at V-rality in Kiryat Bialik, starting at 59 NIS (Save more with a 2 person or 4 person deal!)






iJump admission for 49 NIS - good at 5 locations around the country!



Discount tickets to Gravity Park in Karmiel, for 35 NIS (tots section) or 39 NIS!






Thursday, December 19, 2019

Yom Kef Deals - a great gift for yourself or a loved one!

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Winter is a great time to find spa day deals at discount prices! Here are a few of the great deals I found:


Yom Kef at the Rimonim Galei Kinneret Hotel in Tiberias, for just 109 NIS!
This includes hotel breakfast and use of the spa facilities for the day!



Here's a deal for Hamei Teverya, and it starts at 59 NIS per person (this low price does not include food)!



Click here to go to Groo to buy this deal!

Here's a Yom Kef Deal at Hod Hamidbar at the Dead Sea, for 159 NIS per person!
This deal includes buffet breakfast or lunch, use of the pool and spa facilities for the day!



Click here to go to Groo to buy this deal!

Let me know which deal you chose!!

Monday, December 16, 2019

Chanukah Circus Deals!

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Chanukah FUN Deals are HERE!!!

NEW Deal: The Superheroes Circus! Tix start at 58 NIS. This show is making its way up and down the country - there's sure to be one near you!


Click here to go to Groo to buy these tickets

Here's a great way to spend some family time - go to the circus! The Moscow Circus will be performing at locations all around Israel over Chanukah vacation, and these discount tix are priced just right - starting at 58 NIS!
Locations: Bat Yam, Ashdod, Beer Sheva, Rishon, Holon, Nazereth Illit, Hadera, Netanya, Ashkelon, Petach Tikva, Haifa, Kiryat Haim



Click here to go to GROO to buy your tickets!


Here's another Chanukah circus deal
This one has shows all over the country from Ashkelon to Karmiel and many places in between (the Haifa show is on shabbat, be aware) Tickets via this link are 40% and more off! Get your tickets now!



Click here to go to Groo to buy this deal!

The Fire & Water Circus is also coming to town! Here's a deal for discount tix to this one in Kfar Hayarok, starting at 58 NIS per ticket. There's also a family 4-pack deal available!






Enjoy! If you like these deals, be sure to share them with your friends and family! Friends don't let friends pay full price, right?

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Sunday, December 15, 2019

Personal Care Products: MUCH cheaper on Amazon!!

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SAVE on everyday things you would buy by shopping online! Previously, I decided to take a look at some of my everyday cleaning supplies and see how the prices compare. Check out that post here!

Today, I'm looking for personal care products my family uses.

1. Men's deodorant (Dove brand) 6-pack for just $14.48 (we usually find this on sale, when we're lucky, for about 15 NIS each, and regular price is far more!) - and this product ships here free with a qualifying $49 purchase!




2. Women's Dove Deodorant 6-pack for just $15.99 and ships here for free with your qualifying $49 order! See the note above about the men's deo and this is almost as good a deal! I am talking big savings over local sale prices, which can be hit or miss!




3. Witch Hazel toner (this one is a mix of witch hazel and alcohol, perfect for dealing with zits!) - a 6 pack for the awesome price of $15.41 and free shipping to Israel with a qualifying $49 purchase! I just can't find this type of product locally, and the few times I've found plain witch hazel, it's been incredibly expensive!




I'll post more deals soon! There are so many products on Amazon!

Are you looking for other products? Drop me a note and I'll try to do a round up of products for you!



Thursday, December 12, 2019

Amazon Savings: Eco-friendly Household products

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SAVE on everyday things you would buy by shopping online! Today I decided to take a look at some of my everyday cleaning supplies and see how the prices compare.

FOR THE RECORD: I try very hard to buy eco-friendly cleaning supplies, and fragrance free whenever possible. I freely admit that these are often the more expensive ones out there - but because of my family's allergies, this is what works for us.

1. Ecover dishwasher detergent for just $8.48 per box of 45 tablets - and this product ships here free with a qualifying $49 purchase!

For comparison, this product works out to 19 cents per tablet - 66 agurot - I last bought this product at a local health food store for a whopping 1.23 NIS per tablet. We're talking a major savings!!






2. Seventh Generation Fragrance Free Hand Soap, 8-pack, for $30.40 and ships here for free with your qualifying $49 order! I have not been able to get fragrance free hand soap in Israel except for bar soaps. This is a game changer, because we don't love to share bar soaps with lots of people! Our sensitive skin family is going to be really happy with this one! (The price compares pretty well to local "natural" liquid soaps)




3. Seventh Generation mint cleaning wipes, 3-pack, for $8.79 and free shipping to Israel with a qualifying $49 purchase! While I rarely choose to use this type of disposable product, there is much to be said for these when cleaning up really gross messes! I remember throwing several packs of these into my lift when I made aliyah!




I'll post more deals soon! There are so many products on Amazon!

Are you looking for other products? Drop me a note and I'll try to do a round up of products for you!



Exclusive Discount: Mosaics Workshop!

Chanukah is almost here! 
And that means vacation! 

I'm so excited to be able to offer an exclusive discount for a Chanukah workshop in the Gush - a great activity for the whole family!


With this workshop, your family or group will have a great time this Chanukah doing a creative, collaborative experience!
  • Create unique and stunning artwork to display indoors or outdoors.  
  • Options include custom designed family projects and individual projects 
  • Amazing activity for family time, date night or girls night out, birthdays, bridal showers, bar and bat mitzvah trips and team building. 
  • Studio in Neve Daniel can accommodate up to 12 people.
  • 2-3 hour workshop
  • All materials provided

Check out Mosaics by Miriam on Facebook!
25 shekel discount with code "KOSHER FRUGAL" 
Be sure to mention this code when you book!


Monday, December 9, 2019

Chanukah Discount: Circus Tickets!

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Chanukah FUN Deals are HERE!!!

Here's a great way to spend some family time - go to the circus! The Moscow Circus will be performing at locations all around Israel over Chanukah vacation, and these discount tix are priced just right - starting at 58 NIS!
Locations: Bat Yam, Ashdod, Beer Sheva, Rishon, Holon, Nazereth Illit, Hadera, Netanya, Ashkelon, Petach Tikva, Haifa, Kiryat Haim




Click here to go to GROO to buy your tickets!





Enjoy! If you like these deals, be sure to share them with your friends and family! Friends don't let friends pay full price, right?




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Sunday, December 8, 2019

Awesome Restaurant and Takeout deals!

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Here are some GREAT Kosher restaurant deals for you!

So here are some hand-picked deals for you today! If you're going to splurge, you might as well do with a deal, right? 

To the best of my knowledge, all of these restaurants are kosher, but it can't hurt to call and verify with the establishment before you purchase.


  • Meal for 2 at Pichonka in Nes Harim! Choose the 199 NIS or 249 NIS "indulgent" deal! Keep in mind: Reservations are required. Voucher is good till Feb. 28, 2020. Valid Sun - Thurs 10:30am - 10:30pm, Fri 10am - 2 hrs before Shabbat. Blackout dates apply. Valid for sit down service only, and cannot be combined with other offers. Show your voucher before you order. Max 5 vouchers per table. Click here to buy the deal! 
  • All you can eat sushi dinner, for 2, at Nagisa in Tel Aviv! Buy the voucher for 199 NIS today! Keep in mind: Reservations are required. Voucher is good till Dec. 30, 2019. Valid Sun - Thurs 12 noon - 7pm, Fri 12 noon - 3:30pm. Valid for sit down service only, and cannot be used on specials, combination meals, platters, and other select menu items. Check with your server before ordering that your order works with the voucher. Click here to buy the deal! 
  • Burgers for 2 at Picanha, in Raanana! Buy your voucher for 79 NIS today! Keep in mind: Reservations required (allow at least 3 hrs from the time of purchase before calling, for their system to update). Voucher valid thru Dec. 31, 2019. Redeem Sun - Thurs, noon - 9pm. Click here to buy the deal!
  • Sufganiyot at HaTaboun in Tel Aviv - choose a box of 9 for 25 NIS or 45 NIS (premium fillings), or a box of 36 for 89 NIS (169 NIS for premium fillings)! Keep in mind: Voucher valid thru Dec. 30, 2019. Redeem Sun - Thurs, 24 hours/day, Friday anytime until Shabbat begins, and Sat. nights from one hour after Shabbat. Best to call ahead for boxes of 36. Limit one voucher per person. Click here to buy the deal!

Enjoy! If you like these deals, be sure to share them with your friends and family! Friends don't let friends pay full price, right?